#the balloonatic

[friendlessghoul]

Buster Keaton on The Balloonatic - 1923

[justbusterkeaton]

Buster & The Great Outdoors

[busterkeatonsociety]

Lions & tigers & bears...oh my!

[letterboxd-loggd]

The Balloonatic (1923) Buster Keaton and Edward F. Cline

June 7th 2024

[keatonkeatonkeaton]

Uuuuuuuuuuuughhhhhhhh his feets I can’t handle you today buster 😩

[pacingmusings]

Seen in 2023:

The Balloonatic (Buster Keaton & Edward F Cline), 1923

[wallacepolsom]

Wallace Polsom, Roadside Attractions (16 Feb 2024), paper collage, 18.8 x 33.7 cm.

[busterkeatonsociety]

I don't think that quote is from Buster ;) But here's a 13 year old Buster giving his Dad the sass...

tumblr is literally so much fun why didnt yall get me on this when i was 13 ive really been missing out

Buster Keaton

[linuxgamenews]

Defeat Opponents with Hilariously Absurd Weapons In Balloonatics

Balloonatics fast-paced physics action game launches v1.0 on Linux and Windows PC with VR support. Brought to life by the dedicated craftsmanship from the team at BitCutter Studios Inc. Available now on Steam with 91% Positive reviews. Imagine you're stepping into a world where the skies are your battlefield, and your ride is a high-flying basket armed to the hilt. This is a place where you can team up with friends or brave it solo on Linux. Due to facing off against bots or real-life rivals from anywhere. Your mission in Balloonatics? To navigate through a maze of danger, outwit and outsmart your opponents. You'll have a range of weapons at your disposal. Think of it like being in a cartoon where the weapons range from the hilariously absurd. Such as a box that unleashes a swarm of angry bees, to the bizarre, such as blades that seem to have a life of their own. And let's not forget the trusty spike balls you can hurl at your enemies. These are always ready for fast-paced physics action. As you become the master of the skies, you'll also find that you're not just any ordinary pilot. In Balloonatics you have special moves that can give you the edge in tight spots. Launch across the battlefield in the blink of an eye or lock onto targets with a missile that has their name written all over it. Even stop your enemies cold with a power that freezes them where they stand.

Balloonatics Trailer

But it's not just about the offense. The skies are unpredictable, so you'll need to be ready for anything. One moment the weather is clear, and the next, you're dodging lightning bolts. Avoiding scorching sunbeams, or steering clear of molten rocks plummeting from above. And when you're not in the mood for company, there's always room to sharpen your skills with Balloonatics solo challenges. These trials are your training ground, where you can hone your aim and agility. Doing so in maneuvering your airborne vessel. It's due to be a test of skill, reflexes, and strategy. Balloonatics is about being quick with your movements and smart with your choices. Whether you're in it for the thrill of competition or just to have a good time with friends. It's a chance to soar high and make your mark in the clouds.

Player Feedback:

The feedback highlights Balloonatics as an engaging and promising game. Evolving from a leisurely item collection title to an adrenaline fueled race against time and opponents. Players relish the chaos of managing myriad sounds. Right from sputtering engines to the feared buzz of bees. The game's graphics are praised for their smoothness and charm. Similar to classics like Mario Kart, it enhances the appeal for both seasoned and new gamers. Balloonatics cross-platform playability for VR and non-VR users is a hit. Since it allows friends to play together seamlessly. The diverse arsenal of weapons and the rush of multiplayer matches are highlights. Although some note the current lack of players and maps. The solo challenges are also tough yet sometimes repetitive. Minor bugs are mentioned but not seen as game-breaking. There's also a general consensus that the game has strong potential, especially with community driven development. The fun factor, high-quality graphics, and anticipation for new content make it a recommended title. Especially for Linux players looking to share the experience with friends. In the Balloonatics world, it doesn't matter if you're wearing a virtual reality headset or using a regular screen. If you're more comfortable with a controller in your hands. It's all about the chase, a well-earned victory, and the laughter that comes from a battle well fought with friends or newfound allies online. Now, with the v1.0, players can launch into the fast-paced physics action. The sky's the limit on Linux and Windows PC. Priced at $7.99 USD / £6.80 / 7,80€ with the 20% launch discount on Steam.

[citizenscreen]

Phyllis Haver and Buster Keaton in THE BALLOONATIC (1923), directed by Cline and Keaton

[friendlessghoul]

Buster Keaton and Phyllis Haver The Balloonatic (1923)

[justbusterkeaton]

Buster/Bears

[busterkeatonsociety]

#MovieMonday Buster Keaton pursues Phyllis Haver, a career in flight & ends up exiting left pursued by a bear in “The Balloonatic,” 1923.  It was the last short he filmed before going into features, but not the last released…

[cultofgalaxy]

✨Day 16

Party animal Balloonatic - dressed as a Christmas pudding - never misses her opportunity to get into the festive spirit. 🥳🎉🎈

[thevoidacoustic]

I am once again thinking about Balloonatic (later called Twin) by Muse… 1996! They were like, 18 years old!!!

[wooglebear]

I'm Not You: A story about perspective

Why I made the fic

This was my first fanfic for the tetocu fandom (unless you count the ones I started on Wattpad/Quotev that I never finished and eventually abandoned).

And I am PROUD of it! The above is a trailer I made for season 3 in this universe. In hindsight, there are some things I probably should have done differently, but it's okay. Nobody is perfect.

@n4talia-chaparro told me it's a good fic, and I believe them XP. I posted all this exclusively onto ao3. So this is a summary of the AU! Spoilers start here.

The Butterfly Effect

The change that kicks off I'm Not You is small. Melvin chooses to spare Melvinborg, and he goes to season 3. He tries to convince George and Harold that this is a bad idea, but they don't listen, and he is dragged to camp.

Chapter 1

George and Harold arrive at the same camp, but their hopes and dreams are cut short when Mr. Krupp (who is the camp director) splits the camp into Camp Lake Summer Camp (George) and Lake Summer Camp Camp (Harold) to afford an $80,000 LeisureMyLand inflatable private island. He puts a fence in between George and Harold, as he hopes to turn the boys against each other. When George and Harold make a comic without each other, war begins. Both camps create the Balloonatic and Camplifire, but when their advances go wrong, it's time for Captain Underpants!

Unbeknownst to them, Melvinborg is onto the boys (I didn't put it in the fic)

At the end of the chapter, Mr. Krupp puts a brick wall between them, revealing that Melvin informed him about their trick, which still makes Harold and George stay at separate camps whether they like it or not. And Melvinborg compares the situation to Trump's wall.

Chapter 2

This chapter had, if I recall correctly, the best line I ever wrote:

Onto the chapter: Sick of Krupp's wall, Melvinborg ends up starting a food fight, and he gets into trouble with Krupp. As a result, Krupp puts Melvin and Melvinborg on different nature walks. Not too surprisingly, Melvinborg is very pissed at Krupp afterwards.

Little does Melvinborg know that George and Harold made a possum smart, which was part of the plan to put them in the same camp. But when Ragely J. Snarlingtooth (the possum) turns against them and turns the children at camp into servants, which Melvinborg is unsurprisingly confused by, it's time for Captain Underpants and three more extra smart animals (a raccoon, snake, and water buffalo), who make the Advancimals (a show introduced in The Preposterous Pulverizing of the Pestering Poopacabra)!

Chapter 3

Mr. Krupp doesn’t want his photo shoot with the Federation of United National Camps (The F.U.N.C.) to be ruined, so he sends the noisy kids — and the Melvins — climbing up a snowy mountain to get them out of his hair (and motivating them with a Mystery Box most of the kids think has junk inside, but Melvin thinks it has Doopity the Dancing Dolphin, Melvinborg thinks it has a university degree of all things and Jessica thinks it has another Sophie). When they encounter a long-lost explorer that inexplicably turns into a rumored abominable snowman called Altitooth, Captain Underpants comes to town! Also, the Melvins suffer an avalanche.

This chapter had one of the best fourth wall jokes in the fic:

Chapter 4

As you can clearly see in chapter 2, this chapter was where Krupp started to mess with the Melvins as revenge for what happened in season 2. He started by putting shock collars on them. The episode mostly plays the same way as canon, but Captain Underpants punches Melvinborg.

Chapter 5

After Melvin and Melvinborg get covered in algae, Melvinborg creates a dream catcher. But of course, Melvin takes them all to the dream dimension.

Since Melvinborg was holding onto the dream catcher, he discovers he has some extent of control over the dream dimension of George and Harold. They proceed to have fun. Save for Melvin, who doesn't give a shit about this dimension and wants out. And Melvinborg internally hates the place. This was @n4talia-chaparro's second favorite line btw:

So, Melvin and Melvinborg trick Harold into making his worst nightmare, Melvinathan. Melvinborg, rather stupidly, attacks, only to be eaten and nearly killed by Melvinathan. And then the kids ditch him and Melvin.

Since Melvinborg is still here, he gets them both out.

Chapter 6

Melvinborg meets Gavin, his rich version. He's not happy. Another episode that's mostly the same as canon. Not much here.

Chapter 7

This episode goes mostly the same way as canon, but just with the Melvins there.

It was rather inconsistent how Melvin didn't have a role in this episode, so I changed it.

Anyways, in this episode, Melvinborg gets brainwashed. He says it reminds him of the Sinister Splotch, and he's unaware through the rest of the chapter. You know, this scene:

Eventually, he gets unbrainwashed, and the Melvins get shot with paintballs.

Chapter 8

This chapter was so intense to write.

Melvinborg died in this one. He did come back, and he got turned into stone and shattered, but still…

This episode is mostly the same, but Melvinborg is present. And yes, he does get "bored stiff". This chapter is important though.

Chapter 9

Another episode that goes mostly the same way as canon.

Melvinborg's story is a recap of the Harmful Horrors of the Harrowing Hiveschool. You know, the episode where this happens:

Anyways, Melvin and Melvin-Borg suffer a near death experience in this chapter, but Krupp saves them. And then Melvin gets caged, and Melvinborg gets experimented on.

And then Melvinborg gets chased by a skunk.

Chapter 10

This episode is basically the canon episode 10, but I added Melvinborg.

His part of the story features a balant self -insert called "Devin", and it's drawn in 8 bit style.

This also had @n4talia-chaparro's favorite line.

Chapter 11-13

Grouping the chapters together, because the wiki says that season 3 has a three part finale in all but name.

These three chapters also play out the same as canon.

Melvinborg becomes part of the MISFARTS, given the rather snappy nickname of College Melvin, and gets a pure black baseball cap on. This slight wardrobe change is permanent.

Melvinborg discovers a new talent, and even stands up to his past self with a reason you suck speech. However, he's still a villain, and the fic ends with him wanting to get revenge against George and Harold for making him a student.

Wrap up

Writing this AU was a blast.

I don't plan on making a fic for this universe's season 4, but I wrote an outline on how it would go. And I'm not planning on making a fanfic for this universe's anything else after TETOCU season 3….

BTW, my least favorite chapter is chapter 4 (technically chapter 3 if you don't count the prologue).